SGN HRCareers at SGNSGN2015-08-02T23:10:44Ztag:jobscore.com,2010-04-13:/d0HJH2rSir37y9eJe4bk1X3D Artist (Generalist)tag:jobscore.com,2015-07-24:/dB61TemKGr5AJGiGalkWKP2015-07-24T21:16:36Z<p>SGN is looking for a smart &amp; imaginative 3D Artist (Generalist), with mobile game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, creative, learning new technologies, collaborative, loves gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. <br>
<br>
<strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong><br>
<br>
• Collaborate closely with development team to create beautiful 3D assets without sacrificing performance<br>
• Ability to create many different types of art styles <br>
• High quality Low Poly game environment, props and character modeling/texturing skills with an eye for form and shape<br>
• Strong general art foundation<br>
• Excellent texturing skills with an understating of UV optimization <br>
• Animation and Rigging experience in Maya <br>
• Work on multiple products and have ability to multitask<br>
• The ideal candidate should be a generalist, able to solve problems across multiple platforms and pipelines<br>
• Traditional 2D skills and Lighting experience are a big plus! <br>
<br>
</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications </strong><br>
<br>
• Candidates with mobile/game experience will be highly considered<br>
• Expert level understanding of Maya and Photoshop<br>
• Understanding of Unity and/or other game development editors/engines<br>
• Shipped at least 3 mobile/game projects from concept to completion <br>
• Bonus if you can thumbnail and conceptualize ideas quickly<br>
• Experience animating &amp; rigging a big plus<br>
• Strong passion for gaming <br>
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.<br>
• Excellent organization and efficient time management skills are required.<br>
• Proven ability to work effectively with small to large teams in a deadline-driven environment.<br>
<br>
<strong>Education</strong><br>
<br>
Bachelor degree in Fine Arts, Design or Illustration is preferred.</p>
<p><br>
<br>
<strong>Experience</strong><br>
<br>
• 5-8 years of experience as a game 3D artist, animation, concept art.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li> 2 weeks paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store. SGN’s hit game Cookie Jam, was awarded Facebook Game of the Year in 2014.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior 2D Artisttag:jobscore.com,2014-12-03:/cVXDG-EOyr5k0GiGaltGfR2014-12-03T00:53:45Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Senior 2D Artist in San Francisco</strong> to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. We're looking for an artist will work directly with the Art Director to establish the game style and maintain consistency. This Artist should have a strong knowledge of shape, color, light. The ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running, contributing to the creative environment and working well within a team. A strong portfolio illustrating their knowledge and experience is required.<br>
<br>
Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.<br>
<br>
<br>
Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can:<br>
<br>
• Sketching and painting characters and environments of various styles<br>
<br>
• Helping to establish the style by providing finished illustrations of hero assets for all projects assigned<br>
<br>
• Create style guides to clearly and accurately reflect the style breakdown<br>
<br>
• Assist with art reviews, providing verbal as well as visual feedback to help maintain the approved style<br>
<br>
• Meet project milestones as set by the studio.<br>
<br>
• Recognize red flags and escalate roadblocks as they occur<br>
<br>
<br>
Experience and Skills<br>
<br>
• 3-5 years industry experience<br>
<br>
• Solution oriented<br>
<br>
• Excellent drawing and painting skills<br>
<br>
• Proven knowledge of light and color through rendering<br>
<br>
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop required, Flash and Illustrator are a plus.<br>
<br>
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.<br>
<br>
<br>
When applying, include a link to your online portfolio with your resume and cover letter.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<strong> Perks &amp; Benefits</strong></p>
<ul>
<li> Employee Stock Options</li>
<li> Paid vacation, Sick days &amp; Holidays</li>
<li> 100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental, Vision Plan base plans (PPO &amp; HMO)</li>
<li> Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits &amp; More</li>
<li> Catered lunches 3 times a week &amp; well-stocked kitchens</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><br>
<strong>Company Description</strong><br>
<br>
SGN connects people around the world through great games.<br>
<br>
As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.<br>
<br>
To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.<br>
<br>
SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.<br>
<br>
Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.<br>
<br>
SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.<br>
<br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior Animatortag:jobscore.com,2014-12-03:/dl0eXYEOur5l96iGalkWKP2014-12-03T00:51:55Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Senior Animator in San Francisco </strong>to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. We're looking for an animator who will work directly with the Art Director to help infuse our games with life. This Animator should have a strong knowledge of 2D animation and proven history in mobile/social/casual games. The ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running, contributing to the creative environment and working well within a team. A strong portfolio illustrating their knowledge and experience is required.<br>
<br>
<br>
Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can:<br>
<br>
• Creating and animating characters, environments, and effect assets of various styles<br>
<br>
• Bring life and mood to our games through both action packed, as well as subtle animations<br>
<br>
• Experience working with engineers to achieve the best possible animation within the limitations<br>
<br>
• Knowledge of optimization techniques when working within memory constraints<br>
<br>
• Assist with art reviews, providing verbal as well as visual feedback when needed<br>
<br>
• Revising animations as requested by the art director<br>
<br>
• Meet project milestones as set by the studio<br>
<br>
• Recognize red flags and escalate roadblocks as they occur<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Experience and Skills<br>
<br>
• Expert knowledge of Flash required<br>
<br>
• Examples of 2D animation in the form of a reel<br>
<br>
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills<br>
<br>
• 3-5 years of game experience and with shipped titles required<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
When applying, include a link to your online portfolio with your resume and cover letter.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<strong> Perks &amp; Benefits</strong></p>
<ul>
<li> Employee Stock Options</li>
<li> Paid vacation, Sick days &amp; Holidays</li>
<li> 100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental, Vision Plan base plans (PPO &amp; HMO)</li>
<li> Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits &amp; More</li>
<li> Catered lunches 3 times a week &amp; well-stocked kitchens</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><br>
<strong>Company Description</strong><br>
<br>
SGN connects people around the world through great games.<br>
<br>
As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.<br>
<br>
To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.<br>
<br>
SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.<br>
<br>
Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.<br>
<br>
SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.<br>
<br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior Artisttag:jobscore.com,2015-04-14:/csTjIE4Vqr5j9ziGalkWKP2015-04-14T22:22:29Z<p> </p>
<p>SGN is looking for an experienced <strong>Senior 2D Artist</strong> to create art assets and concept art under the guidance of the Art Director in their San Francisco studio. The ideal candidate will be able to jump in right away handling vector and bitmap assets, creating well defined illustrations and animations along set style guidelines, and provide feedback and mentorship towards other artists on the team. Proven experience in mobile/social/casual games is a must, as is a portfolio showing a strong sense of design.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<p>-Providing animation/ illustration of hero assets for all projects assigned.</p>
<p>-Assist with art reviews and provide feedback when needed.</p>
<p>-Create concepts and provide adaptations to style changes.</p>
<p>-Meet project deadlines/ milestones as set by the studio.</p>
<p>-Escalate problems and roadblocks as they occur.</p>
<p>-Uses standard graphics software tools to render drawings and art work according to specifications.</p>
<p>-Ability to self-diagnose standard technical vector-art issues as the arise</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>3+ years experience in games development, shipped titles are a plus.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash are required.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Ability to communicate visually, and to identify and define visual design issues and solutions.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Excellent design and drawing skills, including the effective use of color, form, lighting, and composition.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>A passion for mobile games and social networking and knowledge of current industry trends.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p>When applying, include a link to your online portfolio with your resume and cover letter. </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>The Good Stuff:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Generous stock options</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Paid Vacation + Sick + Customary Holidays</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>_______________________________________________________</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Company Description</p>
<p> </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store. SGN’s hit game Cookie Jam, was awarded Facebook Game of the Year in 2014.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>UI Artisttag:jobscore.com,2015-04-14:/dLDuac4Vmr5jaNiGaltGfR2015-04-14T22:20:31Z<p>SGN is looking for a smart &amp; imaginative UI Artist, with mobile game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, creative, learning new technologies, collaborative, loves gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. </p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Regular tasks to be performed include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Design mock-ups/iterations using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash focused on UI and gameflow.</li>
<li>Creating appealing, user friendly, innovative and crisp 2D game assets with a focus on usability and freemium best-practices in the mobile casual game styles.</li>
<li>Preparing and designing of all facets of the User Interface including: mockups, wireframes, icons, animations, UI style guides, general art and documentation.</li>
<li>Create clear and attractive messaging, buttons, icons, widgets, and other UI elements which work well within tight fixed aspect ratios, and with a wide variety of game themes from cheerful and casual</li>
<li>Collaborate with the art lead to provide UI style guides for new titles to ensure product consistency.</li>
<li>Work with engineering to ensure artwork is accurately and consistently represented in the game.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3-5 years practical art/design experience working in interactive media and/or mobile games.</li>
<li>Graphic design skills: sketching, wire framing and story boarding abilities on paper and screen.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of UI design best practices and interaction design fundamentals.</li>
<li>A strong understanding of UI conventions and challenges for the mobile and other emerging platforms.</li>
<li>Ability to translate flow charts and wireframes into fun, usable, visually polished UI systems.</li>
<li>Strong desire to collaborate with producers and designers outlining player flows and wireframes.</li>
<li>Expert knowledge of Photoshop; strong skills in Flash, Illustrator &amp; After Effects.</li>
<li>Previous experience with motion graphics, compositing and special effects is a plus.</li>
<li>Strong cross-functional communication skills: verbal, written and visual.</li>
<li>Ability to produce high quality work quickly, iterating toward the best solutions.</li>
<li>Strong passion for gaming.</li>
<li>Experience working on consumer websites focused on virtual goods is a plus.</li>
<li>Other drawing, illustration and 3D skills a plus.</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent organization and efficient time management skills are required.</li>
<li>Proven ability to work effectively with small to large teams in a deadline-driven environment.</li>
<li>Bachelor degree in Graphic Design/Fine Arts or Illustration is preferred.</li>
<li>Must currently reside within the San Francisco Area.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days, customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>About SGN: </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store. SGN’s hit game Cookie Jam, was awarded Facebook Game of the Year in 2014.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>UI Artisttag:jobscore.com,2014-08-19:/bxsZhoj0er5j2niGalqWdr2015-05-30T16:36:16Z<p>SGN is looking for a smart &amp; imaginative UI Artist, with mobile game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, creative, learning new technologies, collaborative, loves gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. </p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Regular tasks to be performed include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Design mock-ups/iterations using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash focused on UI and gameflow.</li>
<li>Creating appealing, user friendly, innovative and crisp 2D game assets with a focus on usability and freemium best-practices in the mobile casual game styles.</li>
<li>Preparing and designing of all facets of the User Interface including: mockups, wireframes, icons, animations, UI style guides, general art and documentation.</li>
<li>Create clear and attractive messaging, buttons, icons, widgets, and other UI elements which work well within tight fixed aspect ratios, and with a wide variety of game themes from cheerful and casual</li>
<li>Collaborate with the art lead to provide UI style guides for new titles to ensure product consistency.</li>
<li>Work with engineering to ensure artwork is accurately and consistently represented in the game.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3-5 years practical art/design experience working in interactive media and/or mobile games.</li>
<li>Graphic design skills: sketching, wire framing and story boarding abilities on paper and screen.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of UI design best practices and interaction design fundamentals.</li>
<li>A strong understanding of UI conventions and challenges for the mobile and other emerging platforms.</li>
<li>Ability to translate flow charts and wireframes into fun, usable, visually polished UI systems.</li>
<li>Strong desire to collaborate with producers and designers outlining player flows and wireframes.</li>
<li>Expert knowledge of Photoshop; strong skills in Flash, Illustrator &amp; After Effects.</li>
<li>Previous experience with motion graphics, compositing and special effects is a plus.</li>
<li>Strong cross-functional communication skills: verbal, written and visual.</li>
<li>Ability to produce high quality work quickly, iterating toward the best solutions.</li>
<li>Strong passion for gaming.</li>
<li>Experience working on consumer websites focused on virtual goods is a plus.</li>
<li>Other drawing, illustration and 3D skills a plus.</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent organization and efficient time management skills are required.</li>
<li>Proven ability to work effectively with small to large teams in a deadline-driven environment.</li>
<li>Bachelor degree in Graphic Design/Fine Arts or Illustration is preferred.</li>
<li>Must currently reside within the Los Angeles Area.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days, customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>About SGN: </strong></p>
<p>SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>General Manager of Europetag:jobscore.com,2015-02-27:/dHys-gVSSr5kzCiGaltGfR2015-03-06T01:42:06Z<p>SGN, with headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in San Francisco, San Diego, and Buenos Aires, connects people around the world through great games. As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to such hit titles as <em>Cookie Jam</em> (2014 Facebook Game of the Year), <em>Panda Pop</em>, <em>Sugar Smash: Book of Life</em>, and <em>Paint Monsters</em>. Well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms to date, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN is on the hunt for a motivated and enthusiastic <strong>General Manager of Europe </strong>located in London to set up, staff, and lead our European offices. Seeking an individual with a passion for mobile and gaming, who is creative, resourceful, and driven by the opportunity to be a part of this very exciting period for SGN.</p>
<p>This role will lead SGN’s global expansion into Europe, including hiring a local team initially comprised of:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Marketing: candidates with direct marketing/media-buying expertise, including buying on mobile and social network platforms. In the near future expertise in buying for out-door, television, and other medias.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Business Development: creating local partnerships and relationships with cell phone manufactures, carriers, distributors, and app stores.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Localization Producer: responsible for maintaining translation quality and managing live operations for localized game titles. Languages will include German, French, Spanish, and Italian. Localized language support will encompass marketing, customer support, and in-game text.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>This role will manage SGN’s interest, deals, and relationships in Europe. SGN is seeking an individual who has leadership experience, speaks multiple languages, and has worked in the mobile, advertising, media, and/or gaming space. Candidate must also have an analytics background, including evaluating and processing KPIs.</p>
<p> <strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Experience building and managing successful teams.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>A blend of creativity and analytical skills alongside a strong results-oriented, metrics-driven approach to problem solving.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Understanding of media, media buying, advertising, direct response, and social media marketing.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Experience working on games in an operational capacity or for an app developer.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Aptitude for working outside your comfort zone and getting things done quickly.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Ability to handle diverse projects across multiple networks and platforms.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Familiarity with Google Docs, outstanding Excel skills, and working knowledge of the rest of the MS Office Suite.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Passion for and knowledge of video games.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Experience Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>3-6 years of experience in media / mobile / games in a management role.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Experience working in the social/mobile game industry a plus.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>BA/BS Degree in marketing/finance or equivalent.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Experience working in a metrics-driven role focused on ROI.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Excellent negotiation skills.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>
<p> </p>Senior Mobile Game Engineertag:jobscore.com,2014-09-02:/dwyli6mTWr5jrGiGalkWKP2015-01-07T23:58:05Z<p>Do you want to work on some of the top games in the AppStore? SGN has a proven history of creating top-performing, high traffic games with rapid international growth. You will have the chance to contribute to these games while working at a rapidly expanding, profitable company where great culture is part of our DNA.</p>
<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Senior Mobile Game Engineer</strong> in Carlsbad to work on our hit game, Cookie Jam. We're looking for an extremely talented and seasoned engineer with a passion for interactive entertainment and games.</p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, game designers, producers and engineers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>8-10+ years programming experience, with 5+ on mobile; 5+ years as Senior or Lead</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>A history of developing software architecture and a history of shipping commercially successful products.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated competency in several of the following specialties, with an expertise in more than one: gameplay, physics, 3D graphics/rendering, game logic, networking, AS3/Flash, optimization, analytics.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated experience with several of the following Flash related technologies: Adobe AIR, Starling, Feathers, Flex.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated knowledge of several of the following platforms, with specific programming experience of more than one: iOS, Android, consoles, PC or browser based games.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated command of applicable programming languages and a thorough knowledge of software design practices including modularity, event-driven architecture, object-oriented design, graphics and animation techniques, portability, extensibility and testability.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated fluency in at least two of the following: C++, C#, Java, Objective-C, ActionScript 3, major scripting languages.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Proven expertise in producing high-performance product, with special focus on performance tuning and optimal resource utilization.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Proven problem solving skills and the ability to jump on a system and identify its flaws and their solution quickly.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated knowledge of software best-practices.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated ability to solve complex code problems efficiently.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Demonstrated experience in building new software technology.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Self-starter, analytical, creative, highly motivated with a visionary spirit.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Strong skills in terms of identifying and articulating goals and risks to management.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Team player with strong influencing skills.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Proven track record of success as it relates to the full lifecycle of product development, launch and revenue success.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Great communication skills both written and verbal.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Familiarity with git, svn, p4 or other VCS.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Regular tasks to be performed include:</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Working with the design team to create puzzle hazards that allow for the creation of fun and interesting game levels.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Play a substantial role in day-to-day coding, participating in performance profiling, optimization and general troubleshooting as necessary.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Participate with the rest of the engineering organization providing valuable input on the company's long term engineering roadmap and helping identify areas of opportunity for improvement.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Participate in prototyping meetings to provide technical perspective</p>
</li>
<li>Must currently reside within the San Diego or Orange County Area.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li> 2 weeks paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior Software Engineertag:jobscore.com,2014-08-19:/dHgKK-j0ir5l3oiGalqWdr2015-05-30T16:35:33Z<p>Do you want to work on some of the top games in the AppStore? SGN has a proven history of creating top-performing, high traffic games with rapid international growth. You will have the chance to contribute to these games while working at a rapidly expanding, profitable company where great culture is part of our DNA.</p>
<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Senior Software Engineers</strong> in Los Angeles to work on our next generation of top games. We're looking for an extremely talented and seasoned engineer with a passion for interactive entertainment and games to lead engineering at our newest flagship studio.</p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>8-10+ years programming experience, with 5+ on mobile; 5+ years as Senior or Lead</li>
<li>A history of developing software architecture and a history of shipping commercially successful products.</li>
<li>Demonstrated competency in several of the following specialties, with an expertise in more than one: gameplay, physics, 3D graphics/rendering, game logic, networking, Unity, AS3/Flash, optimization, analytics.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience with several of the following Flash related technologies: Adobe AIR, Starling, Feathers, Flex.</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of several of the following platforms, with specific programming experience of more than one: iOS, Android, consoles, PC or browser based games.</li>
<li>Demonstrated command of applicable programming languages and a thorough knowledge of software design practices including modularity, event-driven architecture, object-oriented design, graphics and animation techniques, portability, extensibility and testability.</li>
<li>Demonstrated fluency in at least two of the following: C++, C#, Java, Objective-C, ActionScript 3, major scripting languages.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in producing high-performance product, with special focus on performance tuning and optimal resource utilization.</li>
<li>Proven problem solving skills and the ability to jump on a system and identify its flaws and their solution quickly.</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of software best-practices.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to solve complex code problems efficiently.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in building new software technology.</li>
<li>Self-starter, analytical, creative, highly motivated with a visionary spirit.</li>
<li>Strong skills in terms of identifying and articulating goals and risks to management.</li>
<li>Team player with strong influencing skills.</li>
<li>Proven track record of success as it relates to the full lifecycle of product development, launch and revenue success.</li>
<li>Great communication skills both written and verbal.</li>
<li>Familiarity with git, svn, p4 or other VCS.</li>
<li>Regular tasks to be performed include:</li>
<li>Help lead the design and development of our next multi-platform game interfacing with company stakeholders throughout the project duration.</li>
<li>Play a substantial role in day-to-day coding, participating in performance profiling, optimization and general troubleshooting as necessary.</li>
<li>Participate with the rest of the engineering organization providing valuable input on the company's long term engineering roadmap and helping identify areas of opportunity for improvement.</li>
<li>Participate in prototyping meetings to provide technical perspective</li>
<li>Must currently reside within the Los Angeles Area.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li> Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p>SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company.</p>Software Engineertag:jobscore.com,2015-05-30:/aimBWUbUKr5zrciGaltGfR2015-06-08T22:12:47Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Software Engineer</strong> in <strong>Palo Alto </strong>to work on our next generation of cross-platform games. We need someone with <strong>game development experience </strong>and thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Regular tasks to be performed include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate game programming skills and a willingness to drive key parts of the game development process.</li>
<li>Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, artists, designers and producers on mobile and browser game projects.</li>
<li>Design and take ownership of gameplay features &amp; loves prototyping</li>
<li>Develop and build fun features in a high-quality way for our games, participate in weekly sprints, keeping the team updated with your progress</li>
<li>Build gameplay systems in Unity.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree in Computer Science or related field (In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant work experience).</li>
<li>4 years of relevant work experience, including programming experience in one or more of the following: ActionScript3, C#, C/C++, Java, Python, Obj C</li>
<li>Strong foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.</li>
<li>Game programming skills such as 2D &amp; 3D math, visual FX and physics.</li>
<li>Creative game design skills.</li>
<li>Understanding of object-oriented software design patterns and idioms.</li>
<li>Experience with development tools and environments such as Unity, Xcode, or IntelliJ</li>
<li>Effective communication skills — plays well with others.</li>
<li>A passion for excellence and a love of games</li>
<li>Flash / starling experience</li>
<li>Unity experience</li>
<li>Native iOS and Android experience</li>
<li>Experience building and publishing iOS and Android apps</li>
<li>Experience creating browser based facebook games.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days, customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>About SGN: </strong></p>
<p>SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company.</p>Software Engineertag:jobscore.com,2015-04-14:/aUH_zk4Vqr5l7liGaltGfR2015-04-14T22:20:17Z<p>SGN SF is looking for a smart <strong>Software Engineer</strong>, with some game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Regular tasks to be performed include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate game programming skills and a willingness to drive key parts of the game development process.</li>
<li>Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, artists, designers and producers on mobile and browser game projects.</li>
<li>Design and take ownership of gameplay features &amp; loves prototyping</li>
<li>Develop and build fun features in a high-quality way for our games, participate in weekly sprints, keeping the team updated with your progress</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree in Computer Science or related field (In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant work experience).</li>
<li>4 years of relevant work experience, including programming experience in one or more of the following: ActionScript3, C#, C/C++, Java, Python, Obj C</li>
<li>Strong foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.</li>
<li>Game programming skills such as 2D &amp; 3D math, visual FX and physics.</li>
<li>Creative game design skills.</li>
<li>Understanding of object-oriented software design patterns and idioms.</li>
<li>Experience with development tools and environments such as Unity, Xcode, or IntelliJ</li>
<li>Effective communication skills — plays well with others.</li>
<li>A passion for excellence and a love of games</li>
<li>Flash / starling experience</li>
<li>Unity experience</li>
<li>Native iOS and Android experience</li>
<li>Experience building and publishing iOS and Android apps</li>
<li>Experience creating browser based facebook games.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days, customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>About SGN: </strong></p>
<p> SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company.</p>Software Engineertag:jobscore.com,2014-11-18:/dqGX6eB3Cr5kgHiGalkWKP2015-05-30T16:35:59Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Software Engineer</strong> in <strong>the Los Angeles Area </strong>to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. We’re looking for a smart engineer, with some game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Write server-side and front-end code for web and mobile applications.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Create robust high-volume production applications, and develop prototypes.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Build our platforms, systems and networking infrastructure.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Work with relational and nosql databases.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Develop for specialist domains: UI development with AJAX and similar technologies, game platform library/service development with Unity3D, Adobe Air, Android, iOS, and more.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>BS degree in Computer Science or related field (In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant work experience).</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>2 years of relevant work experience, including large scale system design experience, with extensive knowledge of UNIX/Linux.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>4 years of relevant work experience, including programming experience in one or more of the following: C/C++, C#, Java, Python with strong OO skills.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Strong foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Coding skills in Python or JavaScript/AJAX, database design and SQL, and/or knowledge of TCP/IP and network programming.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Strong backgrounds in distributed systems, OS/kernel, network system design, and large scale storage systems.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Outstanding written and oral communication skills</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a small group dynamic</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Passion and enthusiasm for iOS and Facebook as gaming platforms</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Must love games: personally, professionally and in all ways!</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks &amp; Benefits</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Employee Stock Options</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Paid vacation, Sick days &amp; Holidays</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental, Vision Plan base plans (PPO &amp; HMO)</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits &amp; More</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Catered lunches 3 times a week &amp; well-stocked kitchens</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>
<p> </p>Software Engineertag:jobscore.com,2014-08-19:/dwfEfAj0mr5j2niGalqWdr2015-05-30T16:35:50Z<p>SGN is looking for a smart <strong>Software Engineer</strong>, with some game development experience, that thrives in an agile environment. This is a lean company where each and every project moves the needle. Our right fit is someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, gaming, and takes ownership and pride in the work that they do. </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Regular tasks to be performed include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate game programming skills and a willingness to drive key parts of the game development process.</li>
<li>Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, artists, designers and producers on mobile and browser game projects.</li>
<li>Design and take ownership of gameplay features &amp; loves prototyping</li>
<li>Develop and build fun features in a high-quality way for our games, participate in weekly sprints, keeping the team updated with your progress</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree in Computer Science or related field (In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant work experience).</li>
<li>4 years of relevant work experience, including programming experience in one or more of the following: ActionScript3, C#, C/C++, Java, Python, Obj C</li>
<li>Strong foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.</li>
<li>Game programming skills such as 2D &amp; 3D math, visual FX and physics.</li>
<li>Creative game design skills.</li>
<li>Understanding of object-oriented software design patterns and idioms.</li>
<li>Experience with development tools and environments such as Unity, Xcode, or IntelliJ</li>
<li>Effective communication skills — plays well with others.</li>
<li>A passion for excellence and a love of games</li>
<li>Flash / starling experience</li>
<li>Unity experience</li>
<li>Native iOS and Android experience</li>
<li>Experience building and publishing iOS and Android apps</li>
<li>Experience creating browser based facebook games.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days, customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>About SGN: </strong></p>
<p> SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company.</p>Game Designertag:jobscore.com,2015-03-16:/aYptHkZbOr5i1qiGalkWKP2015-03-17T00:08:03Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest Game Designers in San Francisco to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. We're looking for creative people who can make and own levels for our new and existing puzzle games. The ideal candidate is as passionate about playing games as they are about making fun and interesting games!</p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can</p>
<ul>
<li>Build, update and manage levels for a variety of puzzle games</li>
<li>Balance levels using data from live users</li>
<li>Stay up-to-date with popular puzzle games and research new mechanics</li>
<li>Create and spec new game mechanics</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Must have 2+ years of level design experience for with products shipped. Puzzle experience is a plus.</li>
<li>Broad knowledge of, and passion for, the casual, mobile and classic puzzle game genres</li>
<li>Outstanding written and oral communication skills</li>
<li>Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a small group dynamic</li>
<li>Passion and enthusiasm for iOS and Facebook as gaming platforms</li>
<li>Knowledge of and desire to work on puzzle titles</li>
<li>Must love games: personally, professionally and in all ways!</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Game Designer: Level Designertag:jobscore.com,2014-09-29:/aloa-Ksbir5l9DiGaltGfR2015-06-29T18:23:17Z<p>We are on the hunt for a talented <strong>Level Designer </strong>to help us shape and develop our next generation of Top 10 cross-platform games in our Los Angeles studio. We are looking for creative and passionate people to own the development of new features and content in a flexible, fluid and most importantly fun environment. The ideal candidate is as passionate about playing games as they are about making them!</p>
<p>A portfolio of levels in shipped games is required for position consideration.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Crafting and maintaining inventive, challenging and fun levels for a casual puzzle game.</li>
<li>Proactively analyzing real-time feedback and metrics to adjust game balance and design.</li>
<li>Collaborating within a cross-functional team to facilitate the implementation of new features and systems.</li>
<li>Creating feature definitions to articulate and illustrate game mechanics, suggestions, etc.</li>
<li>Remaining up-to-date on trends within the puzzle genre and casual game market.</li>
<li>Are you at end of content or level 200+ on Sugar Smash: Book of Life, Cookie Jam or any of the top Match-3 games out there? Is so we are looking for you!</li>
<li>Share their knowledge of the Match-3 genre and provide insight on competitive products</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>2+ years in shipping and supporting games in live operation</li>
<li>1+ year of ‘Puzzle’ level design on at least one shipped title</li>
<li>Shipped at least 1 mobile project as a Level Designer</li>
<li>Must play and feel you understand the Match-3 game genre </li>
<li>Must provide a portfolio of shipped levels we can review and play</li>
<li> AS3, Unity3D a huge plus!</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Must have exhibited strong knowledge of game balancing and tuning</li>
<li>Must have broad knowledge of, and passion for, the casual and classic puzzle game genres</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent organization and efficient time management skills are required.</li>
<li>Proven ability to work effectively with small to large teams in a deadline-driven environment.</li>
<li>Bachelor degree or relevant experience </li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li> Stock options</li>
<li> Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Market Research Analysttag:jobscore.com,2015-04-02:/coECeO2yOr5j0qiGalkWKP2015-05-30T16:35:13Z<p>SGN is looking for top-notch Market Research Analyst who is passionate about games to join our award-winning and growing team. The Market Research Analyst works with both the Production and Product teams to seek out and document industry best practices and innovations, and to identify creative opportunities for SGN. This position reports to the SVP, Game Development.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate is an extremely organized, hard-working person who loves games and would jump at the chance to play and research different aspects of games on a daily basis. Daily tasks are diverse and include researching game genres, themes, product features, viral features and best practices. We are looking for a candidate who can not only efficiently conduct research but who can also articulate that research in a thoughtful, understandable fashion, can draw conclusions and offer recommendations based on findings.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Requirements</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>1-3 years experience in mobile/social gaming; true understanding of the industry</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Experience in Market Research or a similar field</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Expert organization and presentation skills</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Ability to work quickly and juggle several projects at once</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Collaborative and can-do attitude</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Strong passion for gaming.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Must currently reside within the Los Angeles Area.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Stock options</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Catered lunches</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>
<p><br>
<br>
</p>Senior Game Designertag:jobscore.com,2014-10-28:/bxcAUCxVqr5jZFiGaltGfR2015-03-19T23:10:23Z<p>SGN is looking for world-class Game Designers to join our team in San Diego! As a Senior Game Designer, you will be responsible for designing and optimizing both new games and features for existing games that will be enjoyed by millions of players around the world. Proven experience in mobile/social/casual games is a must.</p>
<p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Help manage the creative direction of games through development and lifecycle.</li>
<li>Construct engaging and creative gameplay systems with fun features that will improve user experience, engagement, and monetization.</li>
<li>Transform high-level ideas into detailed and well-thought out concepts.</li>
<li>Create GDDs, wire frames, flows and clear feature documentation for new games and content.</li>
<li>Work with Product and Art leads to implement design concepts.</li>
<li>Analyze key performance indicators, user testing and feedback, recommend design solutions, and modify game concepts accordingly.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3+ years of Game Design experience with products shipped; at least 2+ years with social and/or mobile titles.</li>
<li>Ability to design games and features from beginning to end.</li>
<li>Qualitative and quantitative strategic thinking skills.</li>
<li>Experience writing product specs, wire frames, flows and clear feature documentation.</li>
<li>Outstanding written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li>Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a group dynamic.</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of Facebook and iOS as gaming platforms.</li>
<li>Knowledge of and desire to work on puzzle style titles.</li>
<li>Passionate about games!</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong><br>
<br>
SGN (formerly MindJolt) connects people around the world through great games.<br>
<br>
As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, Fluff Friends Rescue, Jewels of the Amazon, Skies of Glory, and MindJolt.<br>
<br>
To date well over 200 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.<br>
<br>
SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than a dozen top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.<br>
<br>
Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.<br>
<br>
SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Francisco, San Diego, and Buenos Aires.<br>
<br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior Game Designertag:jobscore.com,2014-08-21:/ajuKdykw0r5j5XiGalkWKP2015-03-17T00:07:34Z<p>SGN is looking for world-class <strong>Game Designers</strong> to join our team in San Francisco! As a Senior Game Designer, you will be responsible for designing and optimizing both new games and features for existing games that will be enjoyed by millions of players around the world. Proven experience in mobile/social/casual games is a must.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<p>- Help manage the creative direction of games through development and lifecycle.</p>
<p>- Construct engaging and creative gameplay systems with fun features that will improve user experience, engagement, and monetization.</p>
<p>- Transform high-level ideas into detailed and well-thought out concepts.</p>
<p>- Create GDDs, wire frames, flows and clear feature documentation for new games and content.</p>
<p>- Work with Product and Art leads to implement design concepts.</p>
<p>- Analyze key performance indicators, user testing and feedback, recommend design solutions, and modify game concepts accordingly.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<p>- 3+ years of Game Design experience with products shipped; at least 2+ years with social and/or mobile titles.</p>
<p>- Ability to design games and features from beginning to end.</p>
<p>- Qualitative and quantitative strategic thinking skills.</p>
<p>- Experience writing product specs, wire frames, flows and clear feature documentation.</p>
<p>- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.</p>
<p>- Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a group dynamic.</p>
<p>- In-depth understanding of Facebook and iOS as gaming platforms.</p>
<p>- Knowledge of and desire to work on puzzle style titles.</p>
<p>- Passionate about games!<strong> </strong></p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li> 2 weeks paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Senior UI/UX Designer, Special Projectstag:jobscore.com,2015-04-02:/d_s0Us2yOr5iYdiGaltGfR2015-05-30T16:35:41Z<p>SGN is looking for an innovative, world-class <strong>Senior UI/UX Designer, Special Projects </strong>to work on award-winning, top grossing games, and special projects. The Sr. UI/UX Designer works with our centralized engineering team, as well as each of our game teams to design world-class user experiences and designs. This positions reports to the SVP, Game Development.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate is a collaborative, creative, hard-working designer who is passionate about games and creating good experiences for players. This candidate has a deep understanding of UX, and the ability translate that understanding to beautiful UI designs. Ideally, the candidate is also an exceptionally talented artist. Daily tasks are diverse and include working with our central engineering team to bring shared features to life across all SGN games, working on product pitches for new opportunities and working directly with game teams on various projects.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Requirements</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>A minimum of 5 years of UI/UX experience working in mobile/social games or a similar field</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>World-class design aesthetic and understanding of user behavior</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Top-notch sketching, wire-framing, story-boarding and artistic skills on both paper and screen</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Flash</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>High-level skills in drawing, illustration and painting is a major plus</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Excellent oral, written and visual communication skills</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Collaborative attitude, strong work ethic and ability to multi-task</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Proven ability to work effectively across multiple teams in a deadline-driven environment</p>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Bachelor degree in Graphic Design/Fine Arts or Illustration is preferred</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Must love games!</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Stock options</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Catered lunches</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>
<p><br>
</p>Front Office Coordinator/Receptionisttag:jobscore.com,2015-06-01:/dmbELsckmr5zl8iGaltGfR2015-07-24T01:17:12Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for an entry-level <strong>Office Coordinator/Receptionist</strong> in Culver City to support our gaming teams while they work on our next generation of cross-platform games. We're looking for a great personality who can oversee the day-to-day administration tasks in our Headquarters<br>
<br>
Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<strong>Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Take ownership of the front office and everything that comes with it: reception, catering, vendor relations, and anything else that may come up.</li>
<li>Be the day-to-day contact of employees for their office needs.</li>
<li>Maintain shared spaces making sure they are stocked, clean, and functioning. </li>
<li>Create an engaging work environment: both for work and play</li>
<li>Take on admin duties for executive team when needed</li>
<li>Be a team player willing to take on projects and willing to learn and teach.</li>
</ul>
<p><br>
<br>
<strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>1-2 years of admin and/or office experience in an office setting</li>
<li>BA/BS degree or equivalent tech start-up experience.</li>
<li>A sense of discretion and confidentiality</li>
<li>A sense of humor &amp; creativity</li>
<li>Outstanding written and oral communication skills</li>
<li>Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a small group dynamic</li>
<li>Passion and enthusiasm for people operations, events &amp; culture.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>No generic cover letters, please. We're interested in hearing why you're interested in this job and this company.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li> Stock options</li>
<li> Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>General Resume Submissiontag:jobscore.com,2013-08-15:/awppkqbGmr47aYeJe7cNAE2015-05-30T16:34:17Z<h1>Interested in a career with SGN but don't see a job description that fits your background? Submit your Resume, Cover Letter &amp; Portfolio here and if you are a possible fit for an upcoming position, you will be contacted via phone or email for an interview.</h1>User Acquisition Managertag:jobscore.com,2014-09-02:/coM20umTWr5j27iGalkWKP2015-05-30T16:36:25Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>User Acquisition Manager</strong> in Los Angeles to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. This role will lead SGN’s player acquisition campaigns across all social network platforms and owns optimization of targeting, creatives, marketing messages, marketing spend, bids and budget allocation. This role will manage SGN’s deals and relationships with various media sources, while also identifying and implementing opportunities with new partners.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate loves data, has a knack for optimization, and considers user acquisition an art, as much as it is a science.</p>
<p> <strong>Specifically, we're looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Experience building successful user acquisition campaigns across multiple targets, geos and demographics </li>
<li>Blend of creativity and analytical skill with a strong results-oriented, metrics-driven approach to problem solving</li>
<li>Expert at optimizing campaigns and adjusting bids based on ROAS and LTV</li>
<li>Able to effectively communicate with advertising partners to efficiently drive campaign performance</li>
<li>Able to seek, test, and evaluate new advertising channels/partners</li>
<li>Able to innovate new ways to develop and constantly improve UA strategy</li>
<li>Aptitude to work outside of your comfort zone and get things done quickly</li>
<li>Ability to juggle projects across multiple networks and platforms</li>
<li>Awesome Excel skills and familiarity with Google Docs and the rest of the MS Office Suite.</li>
<li>Passion/knowledge for video games</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Experience Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>1-3 years of experience in media buying / user acquisition / performance marketing </li>
<li>Experience working in the social/mobile game industry a plus</li>
<li>BA/BS Degree in marketing/finance or equivalent</li>
<li>Experience building and managing relationships with third party media partners</li>
<li>Experience working in a metric-driven role focused on ROI</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation skills</li>
<li>Proven Data Analysis and Excel experience</li>
<li>Working knowledge of SQL is a plus </li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Stock options</li>
<li> 2 weeks paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 300 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Product Manager (RTB)tag:jobscore.com,2014-06-18:/cU2lKS9N8r45yHeJe9fLhG2015-05-30T16:35:23Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Product Manager </strong>in Los Angeles. This position will take ownership on implementation and growth of DSP/RTB technology. We’re looking for someone who can bring vision, product and UI development experience to the table.</p>
<p>The Product Manager will drive the development/improvement of our bidder, ad server, and decision engine and implementation of its major components. You will identify various use cases for how data is obtained, processed, and used for decision-making and translate them into the requirements and design for the components of the bidder technology. You will interface with the BI team to understand algorithms used for data mining and machine learning; you will work day-to-day with head of marketing, software engineering and data engineering teams to design features and components that will enable the system to work and scale. You will then drive from spec to implementation and future iteration.<br><br>
Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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<p>Work directly with marketing, software engineering and data engineering teams to implement major features and components</p>
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<p>Implement agile development process and project management methodologies</p>
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<p>Manage tactical development queue and develop specification as needed</p>
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<p>Design a product (framework, guidelines, tools) that integrates our bidder and data environment with third-party data providers</p>
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<p>Work on the implementation of the experiments allowing measurement and optimization of campaign performance</p>
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<p>Work on the UI design of campaign creation and and visualization of the reports and tools</p>
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<p>Transition product knowledge to marketing and sales teams to ensure a successful launch and support of new features.</p>
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<p>Write specification together with Product Team and engineers for dev implementation</p>
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</ul><p><br><strong style="line-height: 1.2;">Specifically, we're looking for someone with:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Experience Requirements</strong></p>
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<p>3+ years in product management.</p>
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<p>1+ years in digital advertising-oriented businesses.</p>
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<p>BS or BA required; MBA, MS or other advanced degree desirable.</p>
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<p>Computer Science background is a strong plus.</p>
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<p><strong>Required Skills &amp; Attributes</strong></p>
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<p>Proven experience in digital advertising products</p>
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<p>Experience in delivering a flexible &amp; scalable platform to business users</p>
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<p>Knowledge of digital advertising business models with focus on DSP, self-serve tools, targeting, attribution and optimization challenges.</p>
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<p>Experience in social media and other channels such as video / mobile is an advantage.</p>
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<p>Strong analytical skills including advanced Microsoft Excel skills and data manipulation. SQL knowledge a strong plus.</p>
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<p>Structured thinker, able to harness chaos into a logical architecture.</p>
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<p>Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.</p>
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<p>High degree of creativity, self-motivation, and drive.</p>
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<p>Eagerness to work in a start-up team environment that will be rapidly changing.</p>
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<p>Ability to manage projects with engineering, operations and analytics teams. Agile experience is a big plus.</p>
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<p>Must love games!</p>
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<p><strong> Perks</strong></p>
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<li>Stock options</li>
<li> 2 weeks paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li> Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li> Catered lunches</li>
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<p><strong>Company Description</strong><br><br>
SGN (formerly MindJolt) connects people around the world through great games.<br><br>
As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Panda Jam, Bingo Blingo, Fluff Friends Rescue, Jewels of the Amazon, Skies of Glory, and MindJolt.<br><br>
To date well over 200 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.<br><br>
SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.<br><br>
Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.<br><br>
SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Francisco, San Diego, and Buenos Aires.<br><br>
SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Quality Assurance Testertag:jobscore.com,2015-05-18:/a_lqRW_yWr5iYgiGaltGfR2015-05-18T18:33:26Z<p>SGN is on the hunt for the best and brightest <strong>Quality Assurance Tester (Contract) </strong>in <strong>Beverly Hills </strong>to work on our next generation of top-10 cross-platform games. We're looking for someone who loves mobile and casual Match-3 games. The ideal candidate can’t stop playing Match-3 games and is consistently at the end of content.</p>
<p>Our studio and culture is geared towards producing the best quality games in the world and having fun while we do it. SGN has a full team of in-house artists, designers, game and web developers. Our core technology allows developers to plug into a scalable backend, flexible game frameworks, analytics and cross-platform methodologies. SGN is growing, profitable and has offices in LA, SD, SF and Argentina.</p>
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<p><strong>Specifically, we’re looking for someone who can:</strong></p>
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<li>Test mobile games to ensure a flawless player experience by thoroughly checking for and reporting bugs to the team</li>
<li>Are you at end of content or level 300+ on Sugar Smash: Book of Life, Cookie Jam or any of the top Match-3 games out there? Is so we are looking for you!</li>
<li>Work closely with the development team to test new features or mechanics</li>
<li>Share their knowledge of the Match-3 genre and provide insight on competitive products</li>
<li>Accurately execute on all assigned test cases</li>
<li>Enter detailed, but concise bugs into a bug database</li>
<li>Provide qualitative feedback insight as to the playability of a title</li>
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<p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p>
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<li>Tech Savvy and technically proficient with modern mobile devices across all platforms</li>
<li>Attention to detail and positive personality</li>
<li>Reliable with the ability to work in a team environment</li>
<li>Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.</li>
<li>Driven to learn new things and take on more responsibility</li>
<li>Passion for casual mobile game</li>
<li>Computer literacy with both hardware and software.</li>
<li>Desire and ability to work collaboratively in a small group dynamic</li>
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<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p>SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p>As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p>To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store.</p>
<p>Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p>SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
<p>SGN is an E-Verify Company</p>Producertag:jobscore.com,2015-04-14:/dDug9Y4Vqr5kdwiGalkWKP2015-04-16T19:12:21Z<p>SGN is looking for a seasoned <strong>Producer </strong>in our San Francisco Office with solid gaming experience to join a fast-paced, collaborative team building best-in-class social and mobile games. The ideal candidate will bring proven organizational and team leadership talents along with top-notch game design, project management, and product insight. This role will be a blend of creative vision, detailed execution, and relationship management with both internal and external resources and stakeholders. Candidate will be responsible for the detailed execution of a live product’s roadmap, ensuring features are scoped, documented, developed, tested, deployed, and optimized, and may ultimately be responsible for defining and building new game and product concepts. Proven experience managing live game operations and cross-functional live game teams preferred.</p>
<p>SGN represents the next generation of social game development. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon Appstore. Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth. SGN Headquarters is based in Los Angeles, with studios in Carlsbad, Buenos Aires and San Francisco.</p>
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<p><strong>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
<p>· Manage both internal and external resources to concept, scope, document, develop, test, and launch live game features on schedule and at high quality using agile methodologies.</p>
<p>· Lead and maintain creative vision for projects. </p>
<p>· Create and execute against product roadmaps, and suggest new features and opportunities for improvement.</p>
<p>· Ensure analytics are defined and properly integrated to measure target metrics.</p>
<p>· Regularly monitor analytics dashboards to quickly identify and correct live issues.</p>
<p>· Serve as primary escalation and contact point for assigned products.</p>
<p>· Remain up-to-date with current understanding of mobile and social games landscape to guarantee products maintain competitive edge.</p>
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<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>
<p>· 3+ years at a social or mobile gaming company, 5+ years overall game or interactive production experience.</p>
<p>· Passion for delivering high-polish consumer-facing digital entertainment experiences.</p>
<p>· Hungry, flexible, hard-working, organized, collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate person who thrives in a "start-up" environment.</p>
<p>· Deep understanding of social game mechanics including acquisition, engagement, and monetization strategies to deliver high value products.</p>
<p>· Proven experience managing cross-functional creative development teams in an agile-hybrid environment.</p>
<p>· Ability to manage team resources to deliver on tight timelines.</p>
<p>· Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</p>
<p>· Well-versed in writing feature specs and documentation for games and game features.</p>
<p>· Creative and forward-thinking; able to concept and execute on new and exciting game ideas with minimal direction.</p>
<p>· Knowledgeable of current industry trends: stays up-to-date on competitive products and best practices for Facebook and mobile device development.</p>
<p>· Excellent written and oral communication skills with a positive collaborative attitude.</p>
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<p><strong>The Good Stuff</strong></p>
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<li>Stock options</li>
<li>Paid vacation, sick days &amp; customary holidays</li>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Catered lunches</li>
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<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN connects people around the world through great games.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a top cross-platform developer and publisher of games on Facebook, iOS, and Android, SGN lays claim to hit titles such as Cookie Jam, Book of Life: Sugar Smash, Panda Pop, Panda Jam, and MindJolt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To date well over 500 Million SGN games have been installed on leading mobile and social platforms, making SGN one of the largest cross-platform gaming companies in the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN represents the next generation of social game development. SGN’s proprietary and patent-pending technology process, MasterKey, allows a game to be built once and seamlessly distributed to all platforms, including: Facebook, iOS, Android, and Amazon. Through its three-prong strategy of social, mobile, and web games SGN reaches players wherever they choose to play. SGN is responsible for more than twelve top ten titles on the iTunes App Store and three #1 titles on the Amazon App Store. SGN’s hit game Cookie Jam, was awarded Facebook Game of the Year in 2014.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Funded by Austin Ventures, and led by a seasoned team of Internet pioneers, SGN was built through a series of acquisitions and organic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">SGN is based in Los Angeles, with studios in San Diego, Buenos Aires, and San Francisco.</p>
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